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Committee hears concerns about removing front trees; trustees decide on preservation and funding
Summary
Committee members discussed the tree warden's assessment that the three front trees are in fair-to-poor condition and that saving any tree would require an assessment (~$3,000) and subsequent care; the Board of Trustees retains decision authority and the committee would consider funding if trustees choose to preserve trees.
Walter urged the committee not to remove all three mature front trees and suggested leaving at least one older tree and replacing others to preserve staggered ages. Kate summarized the tree warden's preconstruction assessment, saying all three trees are in fair-to-poor condition and that an initial botanical assessment would cost about $3,000 to determine whether any should be saved and what care would be required.
Staff warned that construction activity can worsen root rot and compression and that the trees may be in worse condition post-construction. Kate reiterated that deciding to remove or preserve trees is a Board of Trustees decision and that if trustees opt to preserve the trees the Library Building Committee would need to consider funding any subsequent assessments or remediation.
No vote occurred; the matter will be returned to trustees for a decision and to the committee if funding consideration is requested.
